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Jaguar has released new information regarding its long-term plans and goals revealing preliminary details regarding a replacement for the current generation XJ flagship, as well as discussing the possibility of a model that would slot below the XE.

Following complications that arose from a "final validation" problem, General Motors revealed that it has begun shipments of the GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado diesel variants to dealers, which should help enhance the duo's already impressive sales momentum.

Rumors surrounding the upcoming Fiesta RS have simmered for months, but a new batch has turned up the heat on the speculation, with more power and a suite of upgrades in the cards for the tiniest RS badge-wearing hot hatchback.

With the 10th generation Honda Civic Si currently on dealer lots, it is only a matter of time before the performance oriented Si model makes its appearance. However, if a new report is to be believed, look for the next generation Si to bring more power and technology than before.

It's no secret that the arrival of the next generation GT-R will not happen until Nissan extracts every last bit of performance out of the current generation model. However, it appears that part of the company's plans for its eventual replacement could include a move upmarket, if recent comments from Nissan's chief product specialist are true.

With all the news surrounding the rest of Lexus' model lineup, the CT 200h has largely been the lonely model stuck in a holding pattern, watching as its brand mates get updated all around it. However, if a new report is true, the little hatchback will finally get its chance to be in the spotlight and get updated just in time for the 2017 model year.

In a move that many in the industry saw coming following the announced closure of the Phaeton's state-of-the-art plant in Dresden, Germany, Volkswagen insiders have revealed that the Phaeton itself has been axed. It's a move that will not only save Volkswagen money, it will also leave room for an all-new successor that would make its appearance in 2019.

In a bid to comply with stricter emissions standards, Porsche has reportedly given the green light for a production version of the E-Sedan concept which will allow the brand to enter a whole new frontier of the automotive market.

In terms of affordable transportation, the Dodge Dart is tough to beat. It's got some peppy drivetrains, lots of interior room, and style for days. It was also quite a safe little car, until it was discovered that the brakes could suddenly lose power assist, which could turn the little Dart into a Projectile...

BMW's i8 supercar has certainly done an excellent job in serving as a rolling technological showcase for the brand's new i8 lineup of fuel efficient vehicles. However, if a new report is to be believed, the Bavarian company is putting the final touches on a droptop Spyder version that could make its debut at an auto show in the near future.

Volkswagen's investigation into dieselgate has kicked into high gear and the effort has claimed its first high ranking casualty with the resignation of Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg. Hackenberg was a member of the Board of Management of AUDI AG with responsibility for Audi's Technical Development; he was also responsible for technical development of all of the Volkswagen Group's brands.